Make this delicious appetizer in 15-minutes
15-Minute Bruschetta
Get ready to amaze your friends and family with this delightful 15-minute Bruschetta recipe. The best part? You can customize it with optional ingredients, making it a true masterpiece in the art of cooking.
Bruschetta in 15-Minutes
Hey there! This recipe is more of a guideline than strict rules. If there are ingredients that your friends or family don’t like, feel free to leave them out. And if there’s something you want to add, go for it! For instance, some chefs like to add capers for a little salty kick, or instead of the balsamic glaze drizzle, some chefs might opt for a mild sauce, like a dollop of remoulade. Have fun with it!
Ingredients:
- – 4 Plum Tomatoes
- – 1/3 cup finely chopped red onion (optional)
- – 2-3 cloves garlic (optional)
- – Olive oil – Balsamic glaze
- – 3-4 large leaves of fresh basil
- – A medium-sized loaf of your favorite Italian bread
Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F to set the stage for your culinary creation.
2. Slice the bread into 3/8-inch slices, adjusting the thickness to your liking.
3. Brush the bread with your choice of olive oil for a robust flavor.
4. Place the bread in the oven to toast while you prepare the topping.
5. Dice the 4 plum tomatoes into 1/4″ cubes and place them in a mixing bowl, drizzling them with olive oil for that perfect touch.
6. Chop the 2-3 garlic cloves and add them to the tomatoes, enhancing the flavor.
7. Add the optional red onion and mix everything thoroughly to create a mouthwatering topping.
8. Once the bread is perfectly toasted, remove it from the oven.
9. Cut the 3-4 leaves of fresh basil into delicate, thin strips for a fragrant finish.
10. Place the tantalizing topping on the toast and sprinkle the fresh basil on top for a burst of flavor.
11. Drizzle the bruschetta with balsamic glaze to tie it all together.
12. Mangiamo! Now, savor your authentic Italian Bruschetta masterpiece.
